The Media Arts (Information) sector comprises establishments engaged in the following processes: (a) producing and distributing information and cultural products, (b) providing the means to transmit or distribute these products as well as data or communications, and (c) processing data. (DESE)
Industries can include:
Publishing
Journalism
traditional publishing and on the Internet
software
Motion picture and sound recording
Broadcasting
Telecommunications
data processing
Information services
Advertising
Art and or design-based creative fields
The Media Arts Pathway exposes students to industries engaged with the creation and dissemination of Information in all forms
The Engineering (Advanced Manufacturing) sector comprises establishments engaged in the mechanical, physical, or chemical transformation of materials, substances, or components into new products.
Industries can include:
Building trades
Engineering
Architecture
Construction
Building
Carpentry
Interior Design
Robotics
Product Design
After taking the suggested introductory Psychology course, students in this pathway engage in deeper technical and advanced courses in a wide variety of related fields including choosing from courses in sociology, public speaking, child and adolescent development, and/or APs in the subject area they are interested in teaching in. Students can go on to do internships at the local elementary and middle schools or other opportunities. These experiences help prepare students for future education and careers in the Education sector including as a teacher, counselor, or social worker. The Educational services sector comprises establishments that provide instruction and training in a wide variety of subjects. This instruction and training is provided by specialized establishments, such as schools, colleges, universities, and training centers. These establishments may be privately owned and operated for profit or not for profit, or they may be publicly owned and operated.
After taking the suggested introductory Entrepreneurship course, students in this pathway engage in deeper technical and advanced courses in a wide variety of related fields including choosing from courses in marketing, accounting, economics, and finance. Students will learn about owning and operating businesses and working within the financial sector. These experiences help prepare students for future education and careers in the finance and business sector including as accountant, auditor, financial analysts, cost estimators, creditor counselors, human resources specialists, loan officers, financial advisors, and management analysts.